Synopsis

In 2022, nearly half of Americans anticipated a civil war within the coming years, while one in five now deems political violence justifiable. This is not confined to the United States; a similar sense of division is growing globally. Individuals increasingly perceive themselves as belonging to opposing factions. The causes of this phenomenon are multifaceted, but social media frequently bears the brunt of the blame. It fosters division, amplifying extremism and diminishing empathy. Often, it